With a temperate climate, alluring beaches and a low cost of living, there are many advantages to living and retiring in Mexico. Mexico’s warm weather is appealing to many retirees, and with coastal cities on the Pacific and Atlantic, there are many options to choose from that are a short distance fromthe States, making it easy to travel back to visit friends and family. For instance, direct flights between Puerto Vallarta and Los Angeles can be made in roughly three hours.

For most retirees, all of the amenities expected in the United States are readily available in Mexico. English is spoken in all of the most popular retirement destinations. Modern grocery stores and popular American chains are common in many areas. English speaking doctors and high quality healthcare is offered in many parts of Mexico, particularly in areas popular with American tourists and expatriates. The cost of living remains much lower in Mexico than in the United States. Real estate is much less expensive than equivalent options in the United States, transforming the dream of owning a beachfront house into a reality for people living on a fixed income, particularly in recent years as more options to finance real estate purchases in Mexico have become available.

Mexico is easily one of the best and most affordable locations for Americans to retire. With many established destinations already available in Mexico, it is likely that the impending wave of retiring baby boomers will only help to secure Mexico’s position as one of the top locations in the world to enjoy the golden years of life. Click on the destinations link below to find out more about some of the wonderful places to retire in Mexico.